Mussels vs. Turmeric — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mussels and turmeric different?
- Mussels is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1, while turmeric is higher in iron, manganese, copper, fiber, potassium, and magnesium.
- Mussels covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 1000% more than turmeric.
- Mussels contains 14 times more selenium than turmeric. Mussels contains 89.6µg of selenium, while turmeric contains 6.2µg.
- Mussels has a higher glycemic index (50) than turmeric (0).
Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Spices, turmeric, ground types were used in this article.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1345.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +462.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +409.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +676.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +718.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +772.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +68.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +191.2% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1842.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +417.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +75.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +280% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +145.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +37.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +375.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +808.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +122.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -53.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +125.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +60.3% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 24µg | 0µg | 1000% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 55mg | 604% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 19.8mg | 565% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 6.2µg | 152% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 1.3mg | 128% |
| Fiber | 0g | 22.7g | 91% |
| Potassium | 268mg | 2080mg | 53% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 208mg | 41% |
| Vitamin E | 4.43mg | 30% | |
| Protein | 23.8g | 9.68g | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.15mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 67.14g | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.058mg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 4.5mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 27mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 0.7mg | 14% |
| Folate | 76µg | 20µg | 14% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 168mg | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 13.4µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 1.35mg | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Choline | 49.2mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.542mg | 8% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 312kcal | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 1.838g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 0.756g | 3% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 3.25g | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 299mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.107mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.45g | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 0.449g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 44.44g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.21g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0.33mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 0.81mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0.38mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0.53mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0.66mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.081g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
265%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
575%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Turmeric is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turmeric contains less Sodium (difference - 342mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turmeric is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Turmeric is cheaper (difference - $4.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turmeric is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.21g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.988g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.